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Chapter 20: Question 1ISTQ (page 1191)

At the end of the current period, Oxford Ltd. has a defined benefit obligation of \(195,000 and pension plan assets with a fair value of \)110,000. The amount of the vested benefits for the plan is \(105,000. What amount related to its pension plan will be reported on the company’s statement of financial position? (a) \)5,000. (c) \(85,000. (b) \)90,000. (d) $20,000.

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Correct answer

Option (c) $85,000 is the correct answer.

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Calculations

Particulars

Amount

Defined benefit obligation

$195,000

Less: Fair value of plan assets

$110,000

Pension plan

$85,000

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